Bihar: Mukhiya Removed Over Funds Misuse

The Panchayati Raj Department has taken strict action against Ramesh Manjhi, the Mukhiya of Shripur Gahar West Panchayat in Samastipur, Bihar. He has been removed from office with immediate effect due to allegations of financial irregularities and misusing government funds. The department has also barred him from contesting elections for the next five years. The decision was made after an investigation into the matter. The removal of the Mukhiya is a significant step towards ensuring transparency and accountability in the panchayat system.